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A Polish to Fight Nail Fungus

Special nail polish can help prevent toenail-fungus infection from recurring after it has been treated

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Laura Johannes

Aug. 4, 2014 6:11 p.m. ET

The Ache: Toenail fungus thickens and discolors the nail, making it a year-round concern and a big cosmetic problem in summer. Even if treated by a doctor, it often comes back.

The Claim: Special nail polish, infused with an anti-fungal ingredient, can help prevent the infection from recurring after it has been treated, podiatrists say. The polish comes in clear and colored versions, making it an option for male patients, they add.